Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals prediction for Chimaev vs Du Plessis at UFC Chicago

UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov has provided his analysis of the upcoming UFC middleweight title fight at United Center, Chicago — featuring champion Dricus Du Plessis against challenger Khamzat Chimaev.

The bout scheduled for Sunday morning Indonesia time has drawn special attention from the Hall of Fame inductee — who sees great potential in both fighters.

After falling short in his welterweight title pursuit, Chimaev now has the opportunity to fulfill his championship ambitions in a different division.

“I don’t think he (Du Plessis) is bigger than Khamzat. First of all, he might be taller, but in terms of weight, I doubt he’ll be much bigger,” Khabib stated during the Hustle Show podcast on Adam Zubayraev’s YouTube channel.